ZIM vs AFG Match Prediction : 2nd T20, Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe, 2025

Afghanistan head into the second T20I with confidence sky-high after a comprehensive 53-run win in the opener. Their top order clicked, the middle overs were controlled by spin, and their pace attack finished the job. Zimbabwe, led by Sikandar Raza, were blown away early and never recovered. With Afghanistan eyeing a clean sweep, the hosts will have to produce something extraordinary to turn the tide.

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Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan Head-to-Head Record

Afghanistan have now extended their dominance to 17 wins in 19 T20Is against Zimbabwe. The visitors have won the last five encounters in a row, including all four played in Harare since 2022.

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ZIM vs AFG Team Previews

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe were thoroughly outplayed in the opening game, folding for just 127 in pursuit of 181. The top order’s inability to handle Mujeeb and Omarzai’s movement cost them dearly. Only Tinotenda Maposa’s late cameo added respectability to the scoreline.

Sikandar Raza remains their biggest hope, both as captain and allrounder. His 3-for-20 was the lone bright spot with the ball. However, the lack of runs from Brendan Taylor, Ryan Burl, and Brian Bennett will worry the hosts. Expect potential changes — Wesley Madhevere or Innocent Kaia could come in to stabilize the top order.

With Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava continuing to leak runs at the death, Zimbabwe’s margin for error is slim. The key will be to post 160+ batting first and put Afghanistan under scoreboard pressure.

Zimbabwe Expected Playing 11

Craig Ervine (C), Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Brendan Taylor (WK), Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Tinotenda Maposa, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava

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Afghanistan

Afghanistan executed their plan to perfection in the opener. Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran provided an electric start, while Omarzai and Shahidullah finished with late fireworks. Mujeeb Ur Rahman (4/20) and Azmatullah Omarzai (3/29) destroyed Zimbabwe’s top order, and Rashid Khan barely needed to exert himself.

The visitors might consider giving Noor Ahmad a game in place of Fareed Ahmad to further strengthen their spin department. With the series on the line, Rashid will likely stick to the same aggressive template — attack early with the bat and choke Zimbabwe with spin through the middle.

Expect Gurbaz and Zadran to continue their aggressive approach in the powerplay, especially against the short-of-length deliveries that Zimbabwe’s pacers rely on.

Afghanistan Expected Playing 11

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Shahidullah, Rashid Khan (C), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Abdollah Ahmadzai, Fareed Ahmad

ZIM vs AFG Toss Prediction

The trend at Harare continues to favour chasing teams under lights. Both captains are expected to bowl first again, especially with some dew anticipated later in the evening.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The surface in Harare should remain consistent with the series opener — slightly slow, with some early swing for seamers and grip for spinners. Batters can trust the bounce once set, but stroke-making isn’t easy against spin.

Expect a first-innings total around 160–170 to be competitive. Weather remains clear and dry.

ZIM vs AFG: Who Will Win?

Afghanistan’s superior spin depth, powerplay hitting, and all-round control make them overwhelming favourites to clinch the series 2–0. Zimbabwe will need a massive turnaround — especially from their top four — to even stay in the contest.

Bet on Afghanistan to win.

Pro Tip: Afghanistan’s top order looks far more settled, and their bowlers have the measure of Zimbabwe’s batters. Expect another low-scoring affair where Afghanistan’s disciplined attack and power hitters in the middle overs make the difference. Betting on Afghanistan to win while also backing the Under 155.5 Total Runs market could offer good value.